United States : Philly, between history and cheesesteak

I stayed a couple of years ago near Philladelphia and I've always wanted to come back. I really like the northeast cities as you can see modern skyscappers and and small old houses charged of history. Philly is definitely one of them. Our first stop was of course the Liberty Bell and Independance Hall. This is the place where the United States were founded. When visiting Independance Hall you are immegered in that time period and feels like you were there. (http://www.nps.gov/inde/index.htm)

While being in US history, you can stop by Betsy Ross' house. She is thought to be the one that sewed the first US flag. (http://www.historicphiladelphia.org/betsy-ross-house/what-to-see/)

A little further you can visit the place where house of Benjamin Franklin used to stand. (http://www.benjaminfranklinhouse.org/site/sections/about_house/default.htm)

To finish our historic tour we walk to the Elfreth Alley (http://www.elfrethsalley.org/). This old street seems to come from another time. We you look around you see large roads and tall buildings but when you are in this narrow street you're back in time and can almost imagine the horses and carriages running aound.

Of course Philadelphia is not only for its history. You have to try the Philly cheesesteak at Jim's (http://www.jimssteaks.com/SouthStreet.html) or a soft pretzle.

Belgium : Sunny Sunday in Bruges (Brugge)

We woke up in the morning and saw the beautiful blue sky. What should we do today?... Well let's go to the shore and visit one of the most known city: Bruges.

We first went to take some fresh air at the shore and drove afterwards to Bruges. We didn't really visit all the interesting museums or navigate on the inner city canals. We've just enjoyed wandering in this beautiful city often called "Venice of the north". After walking all afternoon we sat down at a terrace on the main square  with a blanket around us.
Because, first of all, Bruges is also so romantic!

Italy : Citytrip in Rome

Citytrip in Rome

Always dreamed of visiting the "berceau" of Europe.

Belgium : Walk in the neighbourhood of Vezin

Walk in the neighborhood of Vezin. Nice walk on a sunday afternoon.

Belgium : One day at the beach

Even though the water is way to cold to swim in it is always a pleasant walk on the beach on the cold days of winter. We are the only ones on the beach and it gives us the opportunity to let the dogs run.

Belgium : Brussels at Christmas

Every year you can visit "Brussels winter wonders". Most of the Christmas market is located on the St-Catherine's place. You can find all kind of craft works in the small wooden chalets. Of course, you can also enjoy nice drinks and food as well! Next to all the typical christmas shops you can enjoy a ride on the big wheel or ice-skating on the old fishing market place.

(http://www.christmasmarkets.com/Belgium/brussels-christmas-market.html) 

Our begining

Although this isn't the biggest trip it is our first trip together. This was in November 2006 in Mondorf-les-Bains in Luxembourg.

The Hotel is quiet impressive inside and really luxurious. There are spas and pools everywhere and you can receive all cares you can dream of. They also have a nice park around the hotel. We would recommend it for a nice revitalizing weekend. (http://www.mondorf.lu/en)